Financial Analyst

National Center for Urban Solutions

Mid-level $55.1k - $66.1k YEARLY Columbus, OH, US

Posted 1 week ago

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Job summary

This mid-level position at the National Center for Urban Solutions involves supporting strategic decision-making through financial insights, trend analysis, and budgeting. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of related experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Role details
Role
Full-time
Industry
Accounting And Finance
Employment
Fulltime
Experience
2 Years +
Education
Bachelor’s Degree In Finance
Responsibilities
  • analyze financial data and prepare reports to support business planning and decision-making
  • assist with the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis
  • monitor key financial metrics and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
  • support month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and reconciliations
  • collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and ensure alignment with business objectives
  • evaluate financial performance by comparing actual results with budgets and forecasts
  • assist in developing and refining financial models for business cases and scenario planning
Key skills
Financial Analysis Report Preparation Budgeting Forecasting Communication Skills Analytical Skills Organizational Skills Problem-solving Skills Microsoft Office
Full job description
    Purpose: Position supports strategic decision\-making by providing financial insights, preparing reports, analyzing trends, and assisting in budgeting and forecasting processes.
    Key Responsibilities:
    Analyze financial data and prepare reports to support business planning and decision\-making.
     Assist with the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
    Monitor key financial metrics and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
     Support month\-end and year\-end closing activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
    Collaborate with cross\-functional teams to provide financial insights and ensure alignment with business objectives.
     Evaluate financial performance by comparing actual results with budgets and forecasts.
    Assist in developing and refining financial models for business cases and scenario planning.
    Key Qualifications:
     Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field
    Experience: \+ years of related experience
     Skills:
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
     Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
    Strategic thinking and problem\-solving skills.
     Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
    Attributes:
     Self\-motivated and goal oriented.
    Ability to thrive in a fast\-paced and dynamic environment.
     The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast\-paced environment.